Feeling stuck at 8 YOE, any advice?
Laid off from a MM fund in the US last year, unemployed for several months, then offered $120k (base+bonus) for a more junior role at a large fund in Europe. Accepted and have done great deal work since.
However I’m trying to make it back to the US for hopefully >$300K (base+bonus) but getting turned down everywhere despite referrals. I’m a us citizen so that isn’t an issue.

Is it gg or can and how do I make it back?

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Most journeys are a rollarcoaster, and overall trajectory is almost always upwards. Job market is shit right now especially in PE but you’ll make it back just keep at it.

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Keep looking. Your current job is to continue paying your bills. Eventually the market will recover. You are still much better off than others who are unable to find another role after getting laid off so keep going at it.

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